[PVRCNC] PVRCNC Digest, Vol 262, Issue 7
Bill Axelrod
bill at axelrods.org
Thu Nov 6 08:10:39 EST 2025
Aside from the discussion of a PVRC presentation at RARSFest, I like Mike's
idea of " I did a slide show a couple of years ago that
we used at the booth. I'd like to update it. ". If that's something we'd
like to do, I can bring a laptop and Monitor again this year.
73... Bill
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> Date: Thu, 6 Nov 2025 07:24:26 -0500
> From: Mike Barts <mike at bentwire.net>
> To: Eric Wagner <kb1ri at yahoo.com>
> Cc: pvrcnc at mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [PVRCNC] Fwd: Call for Forum Presentations
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> I'd like to add that I like the idea for a presentation on remote operating
> (not just contesting). It's a topic that draws lots of attention and, as
> those of us who have done it know, requires lots of attention to details to
> do it right. Personally, I spent a couple of years reading everything I
> could about how others did it (always steal from the best). I think we as a
> group have a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience on this subject.
>
> Just a couple of points to keep in mind, which most of you probably know
> but ....
> - The presentation slots are one hour (based on past experience). That
> means you probably have 45 minutes in order to accomodate transitions
> between speakers. The presentation needs to be very focused and tight.
>
> - This is a topic that will generate a LOT of questions. This will be a
> good opportunity to tell folks to "follow up at the PVRC booth" (setting
> the hook....)
>
> - If this topic is accepted, I think it provides a theme for our PVRC booth
> ;^) (Remote Contesting?)
>
> - If the presentation gets accepted, we need to not just depend on RARSfest
> to provide publicity. I'm thinking at a minimum we need a BIG sign at our
> booth advertising the presentation. Use social media, club plus personal,
> to promote ahead of time. I'm sure I'm not the only one whose scrolling vs
> posting ratio is about 29,999:1. I'm sure others have better ideas
>
> Oh, since we have some time to prepare, think about taking some (new)
> pictures of you (most important) and your station. I know our primary
> activity doesn't look very 'active' but if we can get some pictures showing
> something other than just our BIC skills, that will go a long way to making
> a more interesting picture. I did a slide show a couple of years ago that
> we used at the booth. I'd like to update it. Those polyester leisure suits
> and bell bottom jeans are starting to look a little dated.
>
> 73, Mike N4GU
>
>
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> Message: 2
> Date: Thu, 6 Nov 2025 07:54:45 -0500
> From: Bill Axelrod <bill at axelrods.org>
> To: pvrcnc at mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [PVRCNC] PVRCNC Digest, Vol 262, Issue 5
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> Thanks Eric. We'll discuss tonight.
>
> 73... Bill
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> > Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2025 12:36:46 -0500
> > From: Eric Wagner <kb1ri at yahoo.com>
> > To: pvrcnc at mailman.qth.net
> > Subject: Re: [PVRCNC] Fwd: Call for Forum Presentations
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> > I saw this request yesterday.? I was contemplating making a submission.?
> > I have a couple thoughts on presentations.
> >
> > 1. A variation of my RTTY contesting presentation geared more towards
> > first time contesters.
> > ? ? - what is PVRC and what is contesting
> > ? ? - what are some interesting contests(CW, SSB, RTTY, Digital)
> > ? ? - how to set your station up for contesting(N1MM)
> > ? ? - how to set up RTTY and Digital mode contesting(stuff from
> > existing presentation)
> >
> > 2. Remote station operation with FlexRadio (and others?)
> > ? ? - why would you want remote station access?
> > ? ? - overview of what's needed for remote access to a station
> > ? ? - contesting with a remote station
> > ? ? - some examples of remote access operations
> > ? ? - demo of remote access to my station and/or AG4TT
> >
> > What do you all think?? Anyone interested in co-presenting / helping
> > with demonstration?
> >
> > Eric - NR4O
> >
> > On 11/4/2025 4:33 PM, Bill Axelrod via PVRCNC wrote:
> > > Anyone want to do a contesting presentation?
> > >
> > > 73... Bill
> > >
> > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------
> > > From: Raleigh Amateur Radio Society <rarsfest at rars.ccsend.com>
> > > Date: Tue, Nov 4, 2025 at 4:31?PM
> > > Subject: Call for Forum Presentations
> > > To: <bill at axelrods.org>
> > >
> > >
> > > 2026 Raleigh Hamfest
> > >
> > > Call for Speakers at The Raleigh Hamfest
> > >
> > > on April 4, 2026
> > >
> > > Have you been working on an interesting project, technology, or
> technique
> > > applicable to amateur radio that you would like to share with other
> > amateur
> > > radio enthusiasts?
> > >
> > >
> > > RARSfest, the largest all-indoor hamfest on the East Coast, invites all
> > > interested persons to submit proposals for presentations to be
> delivered
> > in
> > > person on April 4, 2026, in Raleigh, North Carolina. Speakers will have
> > > either 50 minutes or 80 minutes for their presentations. Presentations
> > with
> > > live demonstrations will be given preference for the 80-minute slots.
> > >
> > >
> > > We will consider any topic relevant to amateur radio, but here are some
> > > suggestions to get you thinking:
> > >
> > > ? Emerging Digital Modes
> > >
> > > ? Antennas & Propagation
> > >
> > > ? HF Operating and DX-ing
> > >
> > > ? Contesting
> > >
> > > ? ?How To? Anything Related to Amateur Radio
> > >
> > > ? Emergency Communications
> > >
> > > ? Ham Radio on a Budget
> > >
> > > ? HOA-Friendly Antenna Solutions
> > >
> > > ? Amateur Radio History
> > >
> > > ? Satellite and Space Communications
> > >
> > > ? Earth-Moon-Earth (?Moon Bounce?)
> > >
> > > ? VHF, UHF, and Microwave
> > >
> > > ? QRP
> > >
> > > ? Homebrewing
> > >
> > > ? Refurbishing Old Gear
> > >
> > > ? Go-Kit Building
> > >
> > > ? Mobile and Portable Operation
> > >
> > > ? Dealing with RF Noisy Environments
> > >
> > > ? Operating Outdoors, Parks on the Air, Summits on the Air
> > >
> > > ? Software Defined Radios
> > >
> > > ? Using Social Media to Promote Amateur Radio
> > >
> > > ? Engaging Youth in Amateur Radio
> > >
> > > ? What Your Amateur Radio Club Does Really Well or that No Other
> > Club
> > > Does
> > >
> > >
> > > We'd like to encourage you to submit multiple proposals for
> > consideration!
> > >
> > >
> > > Your proposal(s) should include the following information:
> > >
> > > ? Your contact information, including email and mobile number
> > >
> > > ? A short bio (300 words or less)
> > >
> > > ? An abstract or outline of your presentation (300 words or less)
> > >
> > > ? How long do you need for your presentation
> > >
> > > ? Whether your presentation includes a live demo
> > >
> > > ? Whether you have any special requirements for equipment or
> > otherwise
> > >
> > > ? If available, a sample of some slides from a previous/current
> > PowerPoint
> > > presentation you developed. This is not required, but it tells us more
> > > about you as a presenter.
> > >
> > > ? The number of times you have made the presentation, to whom you gave
> > the
> > > presentation, and the dates of each occasion.
> > >
> > > ? Whether you object to us posting a copy of your presentation on the
> > RARS
> > > fest and Raleigh Amateur Radio Society?s websites after the hamfest.
> > >
> > >
> > > Here's a short form to get you started!
> > >
> > >
> > > Email your proposal(s) to rarsfest at rars.org by 5:00 PM EST on Monday,
> > > February 16th, 2026
> > >
> > >
> > > We will notify you by March 7, 2026, via email, if we have selected
> your
> > > proposal(s).
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Selected speakers will be required to submit an electronic copy in PDF
> > form
> > > of their final presentations no later than Saturday, March 21, 2026
> (two
> > > weeks before the hamfest). Unless you objected in your initial
> proposal,
> > we
> > > may post copies of your presentation on the RARSfest and the Raleigh
> > > Amateur Radio Society?s websites. The presentation rooms at the hamfest
> > > accommodate at least 30 attendees. We will provide a projector with an
> > HDMI
> > > input, a screen, and power. Speakers will receive two complimentary
> > tickets
> > > for admission to the hamfest. (Complimentary tickets are not eligible
> for
> > > any prize drawings.) Speakers will be expected to bring their own
> laptops
> > > with an HDMI output (or a suitable adapter to connect to our
> projector).
> > A
> > > RARSfest volunteer will be available to assist the speaker in the
> > > presentation room.
> > >
> > >
> > > If you have any questions, email Nancy Torborg, RARSfest Chair, at
> > > rarsfest at rars.org.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Click this button for a form to get started!
> > > <
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> > Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2025 14:15:03 -0500
> > From: James Jordan <k4qpl2 at gmail.com>
> > To: Bill Axelrod <bill at axelrods.org>
> > Cc: PVRC NC <pvrcnc at mailman.qth.net>
> > Subject: Re: [PVRCNC] Fwd: Call for Forum Presentations
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> > I?ve been asked to do the November RARS program next Tuesday. It?s
> > PowerPoint with narrative on the VP5M story with emphasis on working and
> > being a DXPEDITION general and contest. Depending on how it goes I might
> > offer a rerun for RARSFEST.
> > Jim
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> > > On Nov 4, 2025, at 4:34?PM, Bill Axelrod via PVRCNC <
> > pvrcnc at mailman.qth.net> wrote:
> > >
> > > ?Anyone want to do a contesting presentation?
> > >
> > > 73... Bill
> > >
> > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------
> > > From: Raleigh Amateur Radio Society <rarsfest at rars.ccsend.com>
> > > Date: Tue, Nov 4, 2025 at 4:31?PM
> > > Subject: Call for Forum Presentations
> > > To: <bill at axelrods.org>
> > >
> > >
> > > 2026 Raleigh Hamfest
> > >
> > > Call for Speakers at The Raleigh Hamfest
> > >
> > > on April 4, 2026
> > >
> > > Have you been working on an interesting project, technology, or
> technique
> > > applicable to amateur radio that you would like to share with other
> > amateur
> > > radio enthusiasts?
> > >
> > >
> > > RARSfest, the largest all-indoor hamfest on the East Coast, invites all
> > > interested persons to submit proposals for presentations to be
> delivered
> > in
> > > person on April 4, 2026, in Raleigh, North Carolina. Speakers will have
> > > either 50 minutes or 80 minutes for their presentations. Presentations
> > with
> > > live demonstrations will be given preference for the 80-minute slots.
> > >
> > >
> > > We will consider any topic relevant to amateur radio, but here are some
> > > suggestions to get you thinking:
> > >
> > > ? Emerging Digital Modes
> > >
> > > ? Antennas & Propagation
> > >
> > > ? HF Operating and DX-ing
> > >
> > > ? Contesting
> > >
> > > ? ?How To? Anything Related to Amateur Radio
> > >
> > > ? Emergency Communications
> > >
> > > ? Ham Radio on a Budget
> > >
> > > ? HOA-Friendly Antenna Solutions
> > >
> > > ? Amateur Radio History
> > >
> > > ? Satellite and Space Communications
> > >
> > > ? Earth-Moon-Earth (?Moon Bounce?)
> > >
> > > ? VHF, UHF, and Microwave
> > >
> > > ? QRP
> > >
> > > ? Homebrewing
> > >
> > > ? Refurbishing Old Gear
> > >
> > > ? Go-Kit Building
> > >
> > > ? Mobile and Portable Operation
> > >
> > > ? Dealing with RF Noisy Environments
> > >
> > > ? Operating Outdoors, Parks on the Air, Summits on the Air
> > >
> > > ? Software Defined Radios
> > >
> > > ? Using Social Media to Promote Amateur Radio
> > >
> > > ? Engaging Youth in Amateur Radio
> > >
> > > ? What Your Amateur Radio Club Does Really Well or that No Other
> > Club
> > > Does
> > >
> > >
> > > We'd like to encourage you to submit multiple proposals for
> > consideration!
> > >
> > >
> > > Your proposal(s) should include the following information:
> > >
> > > ? Your contact information, including email and mobile number
> > >
> > > ? A short bio (300 words or less)
> > >
> > > ? An abstract or outline of your presentation (300 words or less)
> > >
> > > ? How long do you need for your presentation
> > >
> > > ? Whether your presentation includes a live demo
> > >
> > > ? Whether you have any special requirements for equipment or
> > otherwise
> > >
> > > ? If available, a sample of some slides from a previous/current
> > PowerPoint
> > > presentation you developed. This is not required, but it tells us more
> > > about you as a presenter.
> > >
> > > ? The number of times you have made the presentation, to whom you gave
> > the
> > > presentation, and the dates of each occasion.
> > >
> > > ? Whether you object to us posting a copy of your presentation on the
> > RARS
> > > fest and Raleigh Amateur Radio Society?s websites after the hamfest.
> > >
> > >
> > > Here's a short form to get you started!
> > >
> > >
> > > Email your proposal(s) to rarsfest at rars.org by 5:00 PM EST on Monday,
> > > February 16th, 2026
> > >
> > >
> > > We will notify you by March 7, 2026, via email, if we have selected
> your
> > > proposal(s).
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Selected speakers will be required to submit an electronic copy in PDF
> > form
> > > of their final presentations no later than Saturday, March 21, 2026
> (two
> > > weeks before the hamfest). Unless you objected in your initial
> proposal,
> > we
> > > may post copies of your presentation on the RARSfest and the Raleigh
> > > Amateur Radio Society?s websites. The presentation rooms at the hamfest
> > > accommodate at least 30 attendees. We will provide a projector with an
> > HDMI
> > > input, a screen, and power. Speakers will receive two complimentary
> > tickets
> > > for admission to the hamfest. (Complimentary tickets are not eligible
> for
> > > any prize drawings.) Speakers will be expected to bring their own
> laptops
> > > with an HDMI output (or a suitable adapter to connect to our
> projector).
> > A
> > > RARSfest volunteer will be available to assist the speaker in the
> > > presentation room.
> > >
> > >
> > > If you have any questions, email Nancy Torborg, RARSfest Chair, at
> > > rarsfest at rars.org.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Click this button for a form to get started!
> > > <
> >
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> > Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2025 21:27:21 -0500
> > From: Stephen Worth <sgworth at gmail.com>
> > To: Eric Wagner <kb1ri at yahoo.com>
> > Cc: pvrcnc at mailman.qth.net
> > Subject: Re: [PVRCNC] Fwd: Call for Forum Presentations
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> > Eric,
> > Sounds interesting. I am willing to help. A thought - if you want to go
> > old school we can setup the FTDX-3000 I have for full remote operation as
> > part of the demo.
> >
> > Best regards,
> > Steve Worth
> >
> >
> > On Wed, Nov 5, 2025 at 12:37?PM Eric Wagner via PVRCNC <
> > pvrcnc at mailman.qth.net> wrote:
> >
> > > I saw this request yesterday. I was contemplating making a submission.
> > > I have a couple thoughts on presentations.
> > >
> > > 1. A variation of my RTTY contesting presentation geared more towards
> > > first time contesters.
> > > - what is PVRC and what is contesting
> > > - what are some interesting contests(CW, SSB, RTTY, Digital)
> > > - how to set your station up for contesting(N1MM)
> > > - how to set up RTTY and Digital mode contesting(stuff from
> > > existing presentation)
> > >
> > > 2. Remote station operation with FlexRadio (and others?)
> > > - why would you want remote station access?
> > > - overview of what's needed for remote access to a station
> > > - contesting with a remote station
> > > - some examples of remote access operations
> > > - demo of remote access to my station and/or AG4TT
> > >
> > > What do you all think? Anyone interested in co-presenting / helping
> > > with demonstration?
> > >
> > > Eric - NR4O
> > >
> > > On 11/4/2025 4:33 PM, Bill Axelrod via PVRCNC wrote:
> > > > Anyone want to do a contesting presentation?
> > > >
> > > > 73... Bill
> > > >
> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------
> > > > From: Raleigh Amateur Radio Society <rarsfest at rars.ccsend.com>
> > > > Date: Tue, Nov 4, 2025 at 4:31?PM
> > > > Subject: Call for Forum Presentations
> > > > To: <bill at axelrods.org>
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > 2026 Raleigh Hamfest
> > > >
> > > > Call for Speakers at The Raleigh Hamfest
> > > >
> > > > on April 4, 2026
> > > >
> > > > Have you been working on an interesting project, technology, or
> > technique
> > > > applicable to amateur radio that you would like to share with other
> > > amateur
> > > > radio enthusiasts?
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > RARSfest, the largest all-indoor hamfest on the East Coast, invites
> all
> > > > interested persons to submit proposals for presentations to be
> > delivered
> > > in
> > > > person on April 4, 2026, in Raleigh, North Carolina. Speakers will
> have
> > > > either 50 minutes or 80 minutes for their presentations.
> Presentations
> > > with
> > > > live demonstrations will be given preference for the 80-minute slots.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > We will consider any topic relevant to amateur radio, but here are
> some
> > > > suggestions to get you thinking:
> > > >
> > > > ? Emerging Digital Modes
> > > >
> > > > ? Antennas & Propagation
> > > >
> > > > ? HF Operating and DX-ing
> > > >
> > > > ? Contesting
> > > >
> > > > ? ?How To? Anything Related to Amateur Radio
> > > >
> > > > ? Emergency Communications
> > > >
> > > > ? Ham Radio on a Budget
> > > >
> > > > ? HOA-Friendly Antenna Solutions
> > > >
> > > > ? Amateur Radio History
> > > >
> > > > ? Satellite and Space Communications
> > > >
> > > > ? Earth-Moon-Earth (?Moon Bounce?)
> > > >
> > > > ? VHF, UHF, and Microwave
> > > >
> > > > ? QRP
> > > >
> > > > ? Homebrewing
> > > >
> > > > ? Refurbishing Old Gear
> > > >
> > > > ? Go-Kit Building
> > > >
> > > > ? Mobile and Portable Operation
> > > >
> > > > ? Dealing with RF Noisy Environments
> > > >
> > > > ? Operating Outdoors, Parks on the Air, Summits on the Air
> > > >
> > > > ? Software Defined Radios
> > > >
> > > > ? Using Social Media to Promote Amateur Radio
> > > >
> > > > ? Engaging Youth in Amateur Radio
> > > >
> > > > ? What Your Amateur Radio Club Does Really Well or that No Other
> > > Club
> > > > Does
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > We'd like to encourage you to submit multiple proposals for
> > > consideration!
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Your proposal(s) should include the following information:
> > > >
> > > > ? Your contact information, including email and mobile number
> > > >
> > > > ? A short bio (300 words or less)
> > > >
> > > > ? An abstract or outline of your presentation (300 words or
> less)
> > > >
> > > > ? How long do you need for your presentation
> > > >
> > > > ? Whether your presentation includes a live demo
> > > >
> > > > ? Whether you have any special requirements for equipment or
> > > otherwise
> > > >
> > > > ? If available, a sample of some slides from a previous/current
> > > PowerPoint
> > > > presentation you developed. This is not required, but it tells us
> more
> > > > about you as a presenter.
> > > >
> > > > ? The number of times you have made the presentation, to whom you
> gave
> > > the
> > > > presentation, and the dates of each occasion.
> > > >
> > > > ? Whether you object to us posting a copy of your presentation on the
> > > RARS
> > > > fest and Raleigh Amateur Radio Society?s websites after the hamfest.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Here's a short form to get you started!
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Email your proposal(s) to rarsfest at rars.org by 5:00 PM EST on
> Monday,
> > > > February 16th, 2026
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > We will notify you by March 7, 2026, via email, if we have selected
> > your
> > > > proposal(s).
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Selected speakers will be required to submit an electronic copy in
> PDF
> > > form
> > > > of their final presentations no later than Saturday, March 21, 2026
> > (two
> > > > weeks before the hamfest). Unless you objected in your initial
> > proposal,
> > > we
> > > > may post copies of your presentation on the RARSfest and the Raleigh
> > > > Amateur Radio Society?s websites. The presentation rooms at the
> hamfest
> > > > accommodate at least 30 attendees. We will provide a projector with
> an
> > > HDMI
> > > > input, a screen, and power. Speakers will receive two complimentary
> > > tickets
> > > > for admission to the hamfest. (Complimentary tickets are not eligible
> > for
> > > > any prize drawings.) Speakers will be expected to bring their own
> > laptops
> > > > with an HDMI output (or a suitable adapter to connect to our
> > projector).
> > > A
> > > > RARSfest volunteer will be available to assist the speaker in the
> > > > presentation room.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > If you have any questions, email Nancy Torborg, RARSfest Chair, at
> > > > rarsfest at rars.org.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Click this button for a form to get started!
> > > > <
> > >
> >
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